Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
scutellarioides
ID:
309119

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) Harley

Source:
wcs

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 38(1): 138. 1983 [11 Aug 1983]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000308451



Common Names

  • Skullcap Skullcap
  • Skullcap Helmet Flower
  • Skullcap Helmetflower


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Synonyms

  • Perilomia ocymoides Benth. [unknown]
  • Perilomia scutellarioides Kunth [unknown]
  • Scutellaria perilomia Epling [unknown]

Description

Scutellaria scutellarioides (also called Scutellaria-like Skullcap, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the southeastern United States. It grows to a height of up to 30 cm, with a stem that is square in cross-section. The leaves are opposite, lanceolate, and serrate. The flowers are blue and tubular, with five lobes. It is found in moist, open woods and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Scutellaria scutellarioides is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Scutellaria scutellarioides is a white or yellowish-white, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scutellaria scutellarioides is a perennial herb that is native to the southeastern United States. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate a wide range of temperatures and soil conditions. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings. Division can be done in the spring or fall. Cuttings can be taken in the spring or summer and should be taken from the top of the plant.

Where to Find Scutellaria scutellarioides

Scutellaria scutellarioides is native to North America and can be found in open areas, such as grasslands, savannas, and scrublands.

Scutellaria scutellarioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scutellaria scutellarioides?

Scutellaria scutellarioides

What is the common name of Scutellaria scutellarioides?

Scutellarioides Skullcap

What family does Scutellaria scutellarioides belong to?

Lamiaceae

Species in the Scutellaria genus

Scutellaria adenostegia, Scutellaria adenotricha, Scutellaria adsurgens, Scutellaria agrestis, Scutellaria alabamensis, Scutellaria albida, Scutellaria alborosea, Scutellaria alpina, Scutellaria alta, Scutellaria altaica, Scutellaria altamaha, Scutellaria altissima, Scutellaria amabilis, Scutellaria amicorum, Scutellaria amoena, Scutellaria amphichlora, Scutellaria andamanica, Scutellaria andrachnoides, Scutellaria androssovii, Scutellaria angrenica, Scutellaria angustifolia, Scutellaria anhweiensis, Scutellaria anitae, Scutellaria anomala, Scutellaria antirrhinoides, Scutellaria arabica, Scutellaria aramberrana, Scutellaria araratica, Scutellaria araxensis, Scutellaria arenicola, Scutellaria argentata, Scutellaria arguta, Scutellaria ariana, Scutellaria artvinensis, Scutellaria asperiflora, Scutellaria assamica, Scutellaria atrocyanea, Scutellaria aurata, Scutellaria aurea, Scutellaria axilliflora, Scutellaria baicalensis, Scutellaria baldshuanica, Scutellaria balearica, Scutellaria bambusetorum, Scutellaria barbata, Scutellaria bartlettii, Scutellaria benthamiana, Scutellaria blepharophylla, Scutellaria bolanderi, Scutellaria bornmuelleri,

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-189704: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Raymond Mervyn Harley (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harley' in the authors string.